Program Descriptions

Note: Session 1, 2, and 4 have eleven seminars while Session 5 has nine.

Click on the Program header to view the seminars in Sessions 1, 2, 4 and 5.

SESSION I (9:15 – 10:10)

PROGRAM # 1

Big Changes Have Occurred with the ACT and PreACT Tests (Repeated in Session IV)

Mode, timing, number of questions, optionality and more. The ACT continues to evolve providing students more choice and flexibility, enabling them to focus on their strengths and showcase their abilities. And we must not forget that schools have a choice between testing formats, including mixed-mode for school day testing (District Testing - open to grades 9-12) as well as National weekend testing. In addition, learn more about ACT resources and solutions that are free or low cost to help students progress on their pathway to educational and career success. Make the most of ACT educator, student and parent resources.

Presenter: Vicki Thompson-Campbell – Senior Account Executive, ACT

Application: High School & Middle School Counselors

PROGRAM # 2

What’s New at SUNY? (Repeated in Session V)

Join the conversation to stay current and receive the latest information about what is new for your students for the 2023-24 year. We will discuss changes to the SUNY application process, the steps to renew your school’s subscription to the SUNY Application Manager, and the process to certify fee waiver eligibility. Other topics will include the EOP process and tools that can help students find their SUNY match. Join us for timely updates and information.

Presenter: Meghan Dinan, Senior Director, Enrollment Services, SUNY System Administration

Application: High School & Middle School Counselors

PROGRAM # 3

Update from College Board: Clearing a Path for All Students to Own their Future (Repeated in Session IV)

Join this session to learn about key College Board program updates and discover new ways to change student trajectories and ensure your students are set up for college and career success. During this session, you will learn about: AP® Program updates, including Career Kickstart; a new career-focused program that leads to credentials and college credit for all students who want to prepare for a career, the SAT Suite of Assessments, and BigFuture™® college and career planning resources for School Counselors.

Presenters: Matt Zarro, Sr. Director K12 Services

Application: High School & Middle School Counselors

PROGRAM # 4

"Building Self-Control and Resilience in Youth"

In today’s world of constant distraction, uncertainty, and increasing mental health demands, young people need resilience and self-control more than ever. The good news? These essential skills can be explicitly taught. In this engaging, interactive session, you will be guided through a step-by-step approach to help students build self-regulation, manage difficult emotions, reduce stress, and grow from setbacks. Just like any competency, resilience and self-control can be broken down into teachable components and practiced over time. You will walk away with practical, hands-on tools to cultivate emotional agility, flexibility, and a growth mindset in the students you serve -foundational skills for bouncing back from adversity, delaying gratification, and strengthening long-term thinking.

Presenter: Dr. Caren Baruch-Feldman is a clinical psychologist, certified school psychologist and author of The Grit Guide for Teens and The Resilience Workbook for Kids. Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 5

The Art of Writing Letters of Recommendation with Strategies for Balancing Your Personal and Professional Lives

It’s not usual for high school counselors to write upwards of 50 or more letters of recommendation for seniors in a given year. In this session, we will review the broad strokes of the role letters of recommendation play in the college process, the difference between a counselor versus teacher letter, different formatting styles, best practices, how to write about difficult topics, time management, and facts and myths. We will also cover the debated topic of using AI (Artificial Intelligence) to write, edit, or brainstorm letters. The goal is to leave the workshop with additional insight and new techniques to help you manage your time with the growing expectations of your work.

Presenter: Ava Leara, Scarsdale HS.

Application: High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 6

Financially Ready for College

Help build a strong college-going culture by introducing middle & elementary school parents to savings and financial aid concepts while they still have the time to plan - it’s an easy addition to any PTA, College Prep or Financial Aid Night! A representative from NY’s 529 will provide an entry-level glimpse at financial aid concepts, and an overview of NY’s 529 College Savings Program Direct Plan. Join today’s workshop or learn more by visiting www.ny529atwork.org.

Presenter: George Makras, New York’s 529 College Savings Program.

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 7

So You Wanna Be a MC (Master Counselor)?

In January of 2022, New York State in collaboration with the State University of New York announced the extension f its already established Master Teacher Program. The creation of the Master Counselor Program connected a cohort counselors who were recognized for their dedication to professional growth and development. Master Counselors are educational leaders committed to sharing best practices and to creating , engaging and inspireing learning environments for all K-12 students as well as support for teacher and counselor preparation programs. Please join us to hear our first hand accounts about being part of this wonderful program. Presenter: Luis Barcelo, Pelham HS; Jessica McCann, Brewster Central School District.

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 8

Love Hurts?: How School Counselors Can Prevent Intimate Partner Violence in Teens (IPV)

Intimate partner violence (IPV) poses a serious threat to the health and well-being of a significant portion of the general U.S. population. While most of the research and focus on IPV is on adults, evidence suggests that IPV is also a growing concern for adolescents who are in romantic relationships. For young persons, in addition to the significant and negative physical and psychological consequences for survivors of IPV, there are also long-term negative health, educational, and career outcomes associated with victimization. In this presentation, we will explore the influence of social media and the role of family relationships in adolescents’ perceptions of and experiences with dating violence. We will end by proposing culturally sensitive psychoeducation to prevent IPV among adolescents.

Presenters: Jennie Park-Taylor, Sarah Horwitz, Tabitha Ojeda and, Vashma Ramdass–Fordham University.

Application: High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 9

Apprenticeship and Job Training

Apprenticeship and job training programs offer opportunities for young people to develop skills needed to enter the workforce and achieve economic and employment security. Learn about the programs that exist in our region and how to promote apprenticeship and job training to your students.

Presenters: TBA: Representatives of apprenticeship & job training programs in Westchester County.

Application: High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 10

A Mini Guidebook to Acing Your School Counseling Internship: Perspectives from Interns and Supervisors

Weighing the training needs of school counseling interns and meeting the needs of a full-time job with a demanding caseload is a delicate balancing act for today’s school counseling supervisors. What kinds of experiences do current school counseling interns need to be fully prepared to become school counselors? What ethical/training/logistical issues arise when supervising school counseling interns? What are some practical suggestions for school counseling supervisors to effectively meet the training needs of interns while managing your professional duties and needs as a supervisor? What do school counseling interns look for in supervision? These are the questions that will be discussed in this session.

Presenters: Seth Kritzman, Kyeshah Hines &, Eadie Kremer

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 11

Invisible Struggles: Addressing Anxiety, Avoidance, and Emerging Trends in Youth Mental Health

School counselors are often the first to notice when students begin to disengage. This session focuses on the rising tide of anxiety and school avoidance, including how these issues manifest in school settings and what contributes to their escalation. We’ll examine practical tools for early identification, explore current trends shaping student mental health, and discuss proactive, school-based strategies for support and referral.

Presenters: Dr. Chris Rogutsky, Program Director, Graduate School Counseling Program, Manhattan University;Nicholas Iadevaio, School Counselor, La Salle Academy.

Application: Middle & High School Counselors

SESSION II (10:15 – 11:10)

PROGRAM # 12

School Counselors’ Building Resilience for Youths Experiencing Adverse Trauma: Utilizing Five C’s Model

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) resulting in trauma can have lasting mental and physical negative impacts on youths. The effects of ACEs can manifest in youths through their physical, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive dispositions. ACEs are extremely prevalent, therefore, school counselors understanding the impact of ACEs on youths and becoming knowledgeable about strength-based treatment interventions will provide the utmost support and assistance to helping youths build resilience and become empowered to thrive in their school environment. This presentation is aimed at providing school counselors with the skills and knowledge on how to utilize the Five C’s strength-based approach to help youths who identified with adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) to build their resilience. This includes building resilience through the Five C’s: Consciousness, Creativity, Connection, Communication, and Character.

Presenter: Dr. Cameka Hazel

Application: Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 13

The Cross-Trained Counselor: Meeting Student Needs Across School, Mental Health, and Postsecondary Spaces

Today’s school counselors are expected to wear many hats—academic advisor, mental health first responder, and college/career guide. This session explores how developing fluency across these areas strengthens our ability to meet students where they are. We’ll discuss how to apply a cross-trained mindset within the school counseling role and share examples of how this integrated approach can enhance student outcomes and equity in support.

Presenters: Dr. Chris Rogutsky, Program Director, Graduate School Counseling Program, Manhattan University; Nicholas Iadevaio, School Counselor, La Salle Academy Application: Elementary, Middle and High School

PROGRAM # 14

Counseling Students and Families through the Evolving Landscape of College Admissions

High School Counselors work closely with our students to manage expectations, reduce anxiety, and support their efforts with respect to their post-secondary plans. The past few years have witnessed significant changes in the college admissions landscape, and the Covid-19 Pandemic has had an accelerating effect on that. This workshop will provide context about these changes, some of the inherent challenges of counseling students and families in the process, as well as information that will help in your conversations with stakeholders. Audience questions will be encouraged.

Presenter: Oren Iosepovici, Director of Counseling, Scarsdale HS, Luis Barcelo, Pelham HS, Kim Darby McHugh, Bronx Science HS, Ava Laera Scarsdale HS.

Application: High School & Middle School Counselors

PROGRAM # 15

Seeing the Signs: The Impact School Counselors Can Have on Children and Teens with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a poorly understood, underrecognized, and stigmatized chronic mental health disorder that affects approximately 500,000, or between 1-3%, of children and teenagers in the United States. OCD symptoms often emerge during childhood and adolescence, causing significant impairment in academic, social, and familial functioning, including avoidance and social isolation, poor academic performance, fear of being judged, and social challenges, including difficulties initiating friendships. Despite significant costs to quality of life, individuals with OCD often live undiagnosed for seven or more years, which prolongs their suffering without appropriate treatment. Given the emergence of OCD during school years, school counselors are well-positioned to intervene early in helping children who display clinical symptoms of OCD. This presentation will focus on important considerations for school counselors to have regarding children and teens with potential OCD, as well as the role they can play in recognizing the disorder and providing age-appropriate psychoeducation.

Presenter: Samantha Aubé, Fordham University.

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 16

The Dignity for All Students Act (DASA):School Counselors as Anti-Bulling Coordinators

"The State of New York enacted the DASA law in 2012, and yet there is still a lot of confusion regarding it. School counselors are often tapped to act as DASA Coordinators, create programming for Respect for All Week or National Anti-bullying Month, and train faculty/staff. These responsibilities require a level of knowledge and skill that many counselors still do not possess. This session will enhance your ability to be an anti-bullying coordinator through discussion of the DASA law and its applications.

Presenter: Dr. Dan Cinotti, New York Institute of Technology Program Director, NYIT.

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselor

PROGRAM # 17

International College Options for the Adventurous Student

Join us for an engaging presentation on the international options available for students in the US. Learn about the accessibility of a degree abroad including the benefits of studying in Europe, admission entry requirements, financing the cost of attendance & students life overseas.

Presenters: Lucy Mears, BIMM University; William Daniel, University of Nottingham; Cait Hoffman American University RomeLisa Chetney, Council on International Educational Exchange.

Application: Middle & High School Counselor

PROGRAM # 18

Career Exploration through Collaboration

This session will equip elementary school counselors with strategies to introduce career exploration through teamwork. Learn how to collaborate with teachers, parents, and community partners to spark students’ curiosity about careers. Participants will explore fun, hands-on activities to help students identify interests, strengths, and potential career paths while building essential life skills.

Presenters: Christina Hegedus, NYSSCA VP Elementary Level elementary@nyssca.org,Lysa Mullady NYSSCA President Elect School

Application: Elementary Counselors

PROGRAM # 19

Culturally Responsive Discussions in Supervision

This interactive workshop explores how clinical supervision can honor the diverse identities within the supervisory relationship. Through engaging case studies, participants will develop practical strategies for addressing power dynamics and cultural factors that influence supervision. Learn to transform traditional supervision into a culturally responsive practice that enhances both supervisor and supervisee growth.

Presenter: Dr Fanita Henderson, New York Institute of Technology

Application: Elementary and Middle School Counselors

PROGRAM # 20

The Collective Care Team

The New York State Counselor Association has been working closely with NYSUT to advocate for the importance of each school having a Collective Care Team. The CCT is comprised of a school counselor, school social worker, school psychologist and a school nurse. Our roles are not interchangeable, yet when we work together using an MTSS model, the strength of the CCT results in a school that is proactive, not reactive.

Presenter: Lysa Mullady, New York State School Counselors Association

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 21

Identifying and Addressing Adolescent Self-Injury in the School Setting: Strategies for School Personnel

The tendency for adolescents to cope with emotional pain by harming themselves physically has reached epidemic proportions, to the point that students may no longer be running to you when they hear a friend is self-injuring; they expect people to cope with their pain with such maladaptive means. Luckily, many school personnel develop relationships with students where they become a critical part of a support network. As a result, however, adults in a school setting face crises quite frequently. This workshop will address the etiology and underlying dynamics of the chronic, seemingly addictive, and contagious nature of self-injury. Learn strategies for motivating adolescents to involve their parents, begin treatment, and change their behavior in both the short- and long-term. Techniques proposed can help self-injuring adolescents to postpone self-injury, identify sources of distress, and choose appropriate alternatives.

Presenter: Jennifer Walker, Psy.D., a licensed psychologist in private practice, a school psychologist for the Scarsdale Public Schools, and President of Rockland County Psychological Society, has been working with children and adolescents and their families in various settings for 25 years.

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 22

The School Counselor and Political Advocacy – Talk with the NYS Senate Chair of the Committee on Education

We are pleased to be joined by New York State Senator Shelley Mayer (District 37), Chair of the NYS Senate Committee on Education, who has been a champion for education issues and public schools throughout her time in the State Legislature. Discuss the issues that affect your students, their families and educators.

Moderator: Martin Sommer, NYSUT.

Application: Elementary, Middle and High School Counselors

SESSION III (11:10-12:00)

The Exposition Arena will be held in the Main Hall of the County Center. It will offer counseling professionals a veritable piazza or concourse of professional resources. There will be consultants, model programs, counseling association representatives, exhibits of company software, guidance books , materials and products, community agencies, SUNY, and private colleges and universities.

SESSION IV (12:00 – 12:55)

PROGRAM # 23

The Parents are Not Okay: How to Support Students with Parents with Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Students who grow up in households with parents who struggle with severe mental illness or substance abuse concerns face unique psychological challenges that impact their identity, family dynamics, peer relationships, and academic experience. Cultural expectations and stigmas can further shape how these students navigate their experiences and help-seeking behaviors. In this presentation, we will first provide an overview of the literature that examines children who grow up with a parent with a mental health or substance abuse disorder in terms of their health, psychosocial, and academic outcomes. Second, we will explore how cultural messages may influence these students’ mental health and how they relate to their parents. We will end by highlighting strategies for school counselors to support these students and their families.

Presenters: Jennie Park-Taylor, Yuka Hayashi, Gabrielle Rosales, & Finula Milici

Application: Elementary, Middle and HS Counselors

PROGRAM # 24

Current Legal Issues Affecting School Counselors

This Program will provide practical advice for counselors regarding some current legal issues which may confront them: Confidentality: FERPA issues, Parents Bill of Rights” regarding educational records, Whether any legal “privilege” attaches to confidential communications made by a student to a counselor; Litigation Procedures: What should you do if named in a lawsuit, availability of “indemnification” statutes, access to insurance, conflict of interest issues, considerations if called as a witness; Possible Areas of Liability: Reporting Child Abuse/Child Abuse in the Educational Setting – immunity and good-faith defenses,References, Advice regarding credits/College admission, Suicidal/dangerous students, Pregnant students;CSE/Special Education Issues involving guidance counselors: Counseling as a related service, Transition plans, Issues under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Presenter: Mr. David Strong, Thomas, Drohan, Waxman, Petigrow & Mayle, LLP

Application: Elementary, Middle and HS Counselors

PROGRAM # 25

Big Changes Have Occurred with the ACT and PreACT Tests

Presenter: Vicki Thompson-Campbell – Senior Account Executive, ACT

Application: High School & Middle School Counselors

PROGRAM # 26

The “Extra Special” Colleges of SUNY

The State University of New York has a network of 64 “branches” that include University Centers, Liberal Arts College and Community College. Among these various schools with a vast array of curricula and services, there are several singular schools with truly singular curricula: SUNY ESF, SUNY Poly, Upstate Medical Center, SUNY Maritime and SUNY Purchase. Their singular concentration of majors and activities prompts prompts an enhanced understanding and literacy on the part of school counselors in the preparation of potential students to these school. You are invited to join the representatives of these schools to review and refresh your skills in the advising of your students.

Presenters: Wendy Myer, Upstate Medical University; Alex El Helou, SUNY Maritime; Jeffrey Albright, SUNY Polytechnic Institute; Eric Viskupic, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Application: Middle and High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 27

Preparing, Planning and Producing an Outstanding Elementary Program

In this workshop we will explore the key elements for a successful elementary school counseling program. We will focus on curriculum, college and career readiness, collaboration and small group counseling. Elementary counselors are at the center of initiatives and services. Learn how to plan with purpose, meeting the needs of all students.

Presenters: Christina Hegedus, NYSSCA VP Elementary Level vpelementary@nyssca.org,Lysa Mullady NYSSCA President Elect School

Application: Elementary Counselors

PROGRAM # 28

Update from College Board: Clearing a Path for All Students to Own their Future

Presenters: Matt Zarro, Sr. Director K12 Services

Application: High School & Middle School Counselors

PROGRAM # 29

Career Planning for Students Using CareerZone

Now more than ever before, students need guidance and support to plan confidence and competence necessary to be successful in the world of work. In this session, the New York State Department for a successful future. Whether students are planning for college, training, or a career, they must build the of students are ready for whatever comes next in their career path.L) will show counselors how to combine CareerZone, NYSDOL’s free-to-the-user online career exploration and planning system, with grade-level appropriate lessons, innovative techniques and strategies to ensure

Presenter: Angelica Espiritusanto, NYSDOL, Office of Career Development and inclusion, Youth Program Unit.

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School

PROGRAM # 30

The Forever Changing World of Financial Aid…Both on a Federal and State Level-Update 2025-26 (Sponsored by University of Mt St. Vincent College)

Just when you think you have a handle on the entire aid process, a change is made. What are those recent changes and how it will it impact your students and families? This session will give you updates on both the Federal and State levels to assist your college bound students.

Presenter: Kristina Donohue, Vice President of Strategic Enrollment and Retention and Dr. Michael Campbell, Interim Director of Financial Aid, University of Mt St. Vincent

Application: High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 31

Age-Adapted Psychoeducation and Coping Skills

Emotional regulation is an important skill for long-term social-emotional functioning. However, some children and teens have difficulty managing emotions without concrete tools. Long-term difficulties with emotional regulation can cause disruptions in interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, and academic functioning. In this presentation, we will explore child and adolescent-friendly psychoeducational activities and emotional regulation exercises that can be quickly taught and easily implemented by the students.

Presenters: Katheryn Roberson-Miranda and Meghan Curran, Fordham University

Application: Elementary, Middle and HS Counselors

PROGRAM # 32

Will You Have Enough Money to Retire? Workshop

“It’s not about how much money you make. It’s how much you keep!” The uncertainties of the stock market and the economy make it difficult to plan a financially successful retirement. Regardless, it is imperative to educate yourself and prepare for your financial future. In this workshop, you will learn proven strategies for retirement planning. You will learn effective methods to optimize and manage your 403b, 457 plans and other investments, prudent college saving techniques, maximize your Social Security benefits and protect your investments against rising healthcare costs.

Presenter: Joseph L. Brunelli CFP,First Vice President,Wells Fargo Advisors

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 33

The Internship and the First School Counseling Job: Surviving and Thriving (Extended session 12:05 -1:55)

This workshop is designed to prepare both school counseling interns, recent graduates and the newly employed for entry into professional school counseling. All attendees are invited to share their experiences. A panel presentation by school counselors, administrators and leaders in the field will be followed by open discussion and interaction among the panel and attendees. The crucial role of the school counseling internship and the need for continuing professional development will be discussed. An update on currently acceptable standards for surviving the application process including constructing cover letters and résumés and managing the interview will be provided. Professional and multicultural competencies and skills required of the effective school counselor from the perspectives of several Directors of School Counseling, will be presented.

Presenters: Dr. Cynthia Walley, Director of Counselor Ed, Mercy College; TBA.

New and Prospective Schools Counselors: EL/MS/HS

SESSION V (1:00 – 1:55)

PROGRAM # 34

“My Stomach Hurts”: What School Counselors Need to Know About Somatization as an Expression of Mental Health Needs

Children and adolescents’ psychological issues often manifest in physical ways. Somatization, or the occurrence of physical symptoms due to psychological distress, not only affects students’ academic performance, but may also obscure their underlying mental health concerns and prevent them from receiving appropriate treatment. This presentation aims to show how students may experience and communicate psychosocial stress in somatic terms. We will also discuss how culture may impact somatization, particularly among immigrant, Hispanic/Latinx, and Asian American populations. Finally, we will highlight the school counselor’s role in prevention, intervention, and consultation.

Presenters: Jennie Park-Taylor, Alli Park, & Caroline Callahan, Fordham University

PROGRAM # 35

Responding to Grief in your School Community

Death can feel like an emergency, which interrupts normal life routine. It may feel like a crisis to respond to rather than a reality to be acknowledged and supported. The school counselor who has crisis management experience, clinical proficiency and leadership skills is often placed in the role of guiding and supporting not only the student population but the administration and school staff when a death occurs within the school community. This is not always easy when they are also experiencing grief. This workshop will provide practical tips to elementary, middle and high school counselors in dealing with expected and expected death. At the same time, it will help counselors examine and become more comfortable with the aspects of death and grief for which there is no script or “correct “ plan of action but instead requires active listening and patience.

Presenter: Anne Marie Conlan, Bereavement Center of Westchester.

Application: Elementary, Middle and HS Counselor

PROGRAM # 36

International College Options for the Adventurous Student

Presenters: Lucy Mears, BIMM University; William Daniel, University of Nottingham; Lisa Chetney, Council on International Educational Exchange,

Application: Middle & High School Counselor

PROGRAM # 37

What’s New at SUNY?

Presenter: Meghan Dinan, Senior Director, Enrollment Services, SUNY System Administration

Application: High School & Middle School Counselors

PROGRAM # 38

Needs of Girls and Supports of Girls Inc.

Today’s girls are navigating an unprecedented set of challenges. Beyond racism, gender bias, harassment, and bullying, research shows that girls are increasingly impacted by declining mental health, body image concerns, and safety risks, alongside barriers to education, STEM inclusion, and reproductive health. Many also face unique vulnerabilities linked to poverty, climate change, and systemic inequities—leaving school staff stretched thin in meeting their needs. This workshop will spotlight the realities girls are facing today and invite participants to explore solutions together. We’ll discuss how schools can partner with organizations like Girls Inc. to provide comprehensive support—through research-based programming, mentorship, and spaces where girls can build confidence, skills, and resilience. For over 160 years, Girls Inc. has inspired girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Join us to learn how we can meet girls where they are and shape the next generation of leaders.

Presenter: Krista Creacy, Girls, INC. Director of Progams.

Application: Elementary, Middle & High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 39

Understanding CTE: How Career & Technical Education Can Transform Student Pathways

This presentation invites high school and middle school counselors to explore the benefits and opportunities of Career & Technical Education (CTE). We’ll define what CTE is and how it equips students with practical skills, industry knowledge, and career readiness while still in high school. Counselors will learn how students can earn academic and college credits through CTE programs, giving them a head start toward postsecondary goals.The session will also provide an overview of work-based learning. We’ll share compelling statistics showing that students who participate in internships and hands-on experiences are more likely to succeed in college, technical training, or the workforce after graduation. Counselors will leave with clear talking points, resources, and actionable strategies to guide students toward CTE pathways that align with their talents, interests, and long-term career aspirations.

Presenters: Anna Maria Macchia. SW BOCES’ Monica Mann, SW BOCES; Kevin Mcalister, SW BOCES.

Application: Middle and High School Counselors

PROGRAM # 40

Addressing the Needs of our Latine Students during Turbulent Times

The start of this calendar year brought it a number of concerns for our Latine families and the students wework with. For a population that already had a number of issues to contend with, the recent changes implemented in the current administration magnified ongoing concerns. Please join us in discussing the work we are doing to address the needs of our students and how wecan serve as advocates for this population.

Presenters: Marissa Guijarro, Frisch School, Robert Mariani, Suffern HS, Alexa Achon-Cabrera, Bryan Suertegaray-Santana, Madeline Tineo Cuddy

PROGRAM # 41

Will You Have Enough Money to Retire? Workshop

Presenter: Joseph L. Brunelli CFP,First Vice President,Wells Fargo Advisors EL/MS/HS

PROGRAM # 42

Career Concentrated Curricula of the SUNY Colleges of Technology

Among the 64 branches of the SUNY System, there is yet another exceptional sub group of 7 Colleges of Technology: SUNY Delhi, Cobleskill, Morrisville, Canton, Alfred, Maritime and Farmingdale. The curricula of these has as many as 30 technical majors from everything from Animal Husbandry or Veterinary Technology to Mortuary Science. These technical preparations can lead directly to a specific career pathway or to transfer to yet more enhanced learning. Students can acquire Certificates, Associates, Bachelors or even Masters degrees in a very different accommodated manner. Some of these certificate and associate programs are very hands on these include automotive, construction, electrical and welding.

Presenters: Cris Burns, SUNY Farmingdale; Josh Gregory. SUNY Delhi; Caleb McGuire, Morrisville.

Application: Middle and High School Counselors

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